The Meaning of Icons

St. Vladimir Seminary Press
Leonid Ouspensky and Vladimir Lossky
ISBN: 091383677X
price: $54.95   hardcover

The classic work on the techniques, language and interpretation of icons in the context of theology and faith. Wide use of scripture, liturgical texts and patristic sources illumine the commentary and analysis of the main types of icons. Lavishly illustrated, with 160 pages of text with drawings, 13 black-and- white and 51 color plates.